On September 15, 2025, Lombard announced a groundbreaking tripartite collaboration with Chainlink and Symbiotic to introduce the utility of the $BARD token through re-staking and launch the industry's first economic security assurance cross-chain bridging solution. This collaboration combines Chainlink's Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP) with Symbiotic's universal staking framework, creating an additional layer of cryptoeconomic security for LBTC cross-chain transfers, marking a new phase in the security of DeFi infrastructure.

The collaboration establishes a new standard for top-tier BTC derivatives while achieving maximum interoperability and cryptoeconomic security by integrating Symbiotic's permissionless re-staking architecture with CCIP's modular security framework. This innovative model directly aligns the protocol's cryptoeconomic security with the utility of the $BARD token, providing tangible value to token holders from day one. This partnership showcases the robust flexibility of the CCIP modular security architecture, allowing asset issuers to customize protection schemes for cross-chain transfers without modifying CCIP itself, through features like token developer certification and integration with external cryptoeconomic systems.

"We are excited to collaborate with Symbiotic and Lombard to enhance the cryptoeconomic security of cross-chain LBTC transfers, highlighting the flexibility of the CCIP modular security architecture to meet any use case requirements," said Johann Eid, Chief Business Officer of Chainlink Labs.

As a chain-agnostic Bitcoin derivative designed to flow freely within the DeFi ecosystem, LBTC requires infrastructure that matches its ambitions. Each cross-chain transfer now benefits from dual-layer protection: Chainlink's time-tested CCIP infrastructure and Symbiotic's cryptoeconomic security model. This approach not only protects individual transactions but also creates systemic resilience that strengthens as the network grows, establishing LBTC as an institutional-grade cross-chain Bitcoin solution.

"LBTC is a chain-agnostic asset that meets cross-network needs rather than being limited to a single network. LBTC holders want to freely transfer Bitcoin to where the best opportunities lie while expecting uncompromised security. Pairing the CCIP architecture with Symbiotic's re-staked collateral provides the community with stronger economic assurance. Each staked $BARD enhances LBTC's robustness, aligns incentives, and reinforces the integrity of the interoperability stack," said Jacob Phillips, co-founder of Lombard.

This integration introduces immediate utility for $BARD token holders, allowing them to participate directly in the protocol's cryptoeconomic security through a transparent staking mechanism. The staking feature will be available on the Lombard application, where users can enjoy a $BARD-denominated yield of 240% APY at launch (decreasing over time) and receive additional incentives from partners.

The staking architecture is supported by Mellow's multi-treasury infrastructure. When users stake $BARD, the tokens are deposited into a treasury system directly connected to Symbiotic. The backend automatically handles complex operations such as delegating liquidity, compounding rewards, and managing exits, allowing users to seamlessly earn returns simply by holding treasury shares. This creates a powerful alignment mechanism: $BARD stakers enhance protocol security, drive LBTC's trust and adoption, and form a self-reinforcing growth loop.

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